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	Tiny Sunbirds Far Away by Christie Watson This is a compelling coming of age story told from the perspective of a young girl. As the novel opens, Blessing is twelve years old and living in a modern Nigerian apartment. When her parents divorce, she moves to the Nig More

Reviewed by- linda -2012/01/22, 07:54 PM Book Talk

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	11 22 63 by stephen king This is a well-researched book. King did a perfect job of mixing science fiction and historical fiction and a great job of creating a sense of time and place. Once belief is suspended for the time travel aspect of the book More

Reviewed by- linda -2012/01/20, 03:03 AM Book Talk

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	Then Again by Diane Keaton The tone of this book is exactly what you’d expect from the unassuming understated Diane Keaton. It’s heartfelt and beautifully written. In it she speaks to women, daughters and mothers everywhere in an honest sincere voice More

Reviewed by- linda -2012/01/20, 03:00 AM Book Talk

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	Rules of Civility by Amor Towles Manhattan in the 1930’s with all its charm, sophistication and jazz-age dynamics is the highlight of this book. Amor Towles re-creates the beautiful atmosphere of this era and fills the pages with people and events that tak More

Reviewed by- linda -2012/01/20, 02:49 AM Book Talk

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	The Marriage Plot by Jeffery Eudenides The facet of this book I found the most intriguing was the timelessness of the subject of love, marriage and relationships - a constant in life and as pointed out in this book a constant in literature. The story is about t More

Reviewed by- linda -2012/01/20, 02:43 AM Book Talk

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	The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach The main attraction of this book is the depth of its characters; they are human and easy to relate to. The setting is a small college campus and the plot revolves around the key players on the school’s baseball team. The st More

Reviewed by- linda -2012/01/20, 02:29 AM Book Talk

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	The Sense of An Ending by Julian Barnes This is a book for those who like to ponder and toss about philosophical concepts on the meaning of life, love and death. The story is small in scope, only 167 pages, but packs a lot of punch. I personally think it reads lik More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/12/16, 06:42 PM Book Talk

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	The Barbarian Nurseries by Hector Tobar (3.5 stars) This book abounds with smart observations and compassion as Tobar examines the issue of immigration and where legal and illegal immigrants fit into our society. He looks at the complicated and twisted justice sy More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/12/16, 06:41 PM Book Talk

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	The Woodcutter by Reginald Hill A very involved and well-plotted book that I thoroughly enjoyed. The story is unusual and told from several perspectives with lots of twists, turns and surprises that you never see coming. The writing is excellent, but whe More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/12/16, 06:41 PM Book Talk

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	The Litigators by Reginald Hill This is an entertaining read that is paced to keep you turning the pages. As the book opens, David Zinc –a Harvard educated lawyer working for a major Chicago law firm decides he has had enough of the sweatshop mentality a More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/12/16, 06:38 PM Book Talk

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	The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern Shrouded in mystery and laced with magic, this is a book that makes the imagination come alive. It’s about a very special, very sophisticated circus that suddenly appears in town and creates the ambience of New Years Eve ju More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/11/15, 07:03 PM Book Talk

Historical Fiction
	The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman If you like your Historical fiction character rich, pulled from the pages of history, well researched, unforgettable and thought-provoking, you do not want to miss this latest book by Alice Hoffman. It’s an inspirational an More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/11/15, 07:02 PM Book Talk

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	On Canaans Side by Sebastian Barry The intensity of the writing is the first thing noticed about this book. This is not a fast passed plot driven novel, but rather one that requires thought. It follows the life of Lily and is epic in nature, spanning 70 ye More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/11/15, 07:01 PM Book Talk

mystery
	The Boy in the Suitcase by Lene kaaberbol and Agnete Friis This is book #1 in a bestselling Danish mystery series and the first to be translated into English. It’s the collaboration of two critically acclaimed children’s authors; Lene Kaaberol and Agnete Friis and a must read for a More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/11/15, 06:58 PM Book Talk

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	The Affair by Lee Child There’s plenty of action in this latest installment of the Jack Reacher series. This one is actually a prequel to the others and shows how it all started; why Reacher left the army, how he acquired his tough guy persona and More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/11/15, 06:56 PM Book Talk

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	The Lock Artist by Steve Hamilton “The Lock Artist” is one of the more original mysteries I’ve read recently. I quickly found myself totally immersed in Michael’s life. He may be a criminal, but he is very easy to sympathize with - which I believe is largel More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/24, 06:54 PM Book Talk

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	The Informationist by Taylor Stevens The main character of this debut novel is not bound by any conventions, she doesn’t conform to customs and she certainly does not play by the rules. Her name is Vanessa Michael Munroe (Michael to most) and many compare her t More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/24, 06:51 PM Book Talk

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	Bruno Chief of Police by Martin Walker This book is so much more than a mystery; it’s more like a visit to a quaint French village where you meet the shopkeepers and townspeople. Life is unhurried and the days are passed in a leisurely manner conversing about fo More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/24, 06:49 PM Book Talk

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	The Killing Song by P. J. Parrish This story has a very evil killer. He’s cold-blooded, intelligent and a musician who leaves song clues. As a cellist he travels, and as he does so, the story goes international. My favorite destination is the dark and comp More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/24, 06:45 PM Book Talk

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	When She Woke by Hillary Jordan (3.5 stars) The premise of this book is a creative, modern take on “The Scarlet Letter”. As such the book explores issues of abortion, religion and the future of our justice system. It’s a dystopian novel set in a harsh More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/24, 06:43 PM Book Talk

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	Never Look Away by Linwood Barclay Shortly after the book opens, it grabs you. The plot moves quickly, in all directions, and with lots of twists you just don’t see coming. It centers on David, a simple man who loves his wife and son. His life is simple too More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/05, 07:29 PM Book Talk

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	Bad Intentions by Karin Fossum What happens when life long friends share an evil secret? In this book Karin Fossum explores this, the psychological consequences of covering up a crime and also gives us great insight into what motivates people. Karin Fos More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/05, 07:27 PM Book Talk

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	Now You See her by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge The twists and turns will keep you guessing and reading in this latest Patterson/ Ledwidge book. It’s got mystery and suspense, romance and simple but compelling characters, and it’s written in an easy to read style. A gre More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/05, 07:24 PM Book Talk

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	New York To Dallas by J. D. Robb Although I am fairly new to this series, I didn’t feel lost. JD. Robb gives enough background information to fill in the gaps. This is a great read, very credible and with a lot going on. There is action and police proced More

Reviewed by- linda -2011/10/05, 07:20 PM Book Talk

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	The Opposite of Me by Sarah Pekkanen Opposite Of Me, by Sarah Pekkanen was an enjoyable light read, perfect for summer. Her characters were real with relatable aspirations and downfalls. The relationship between Alex and Lindsay was uplifting. Pekkanen perfe More

Reviewed by- Haley -2011/09/26, 06:32 AM

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